Disable Windows Update

Welcome to a guide to Disable Windows Update on Windows Server 2022

This guide explains how to disable Windows Update on a Windows Server 2022 system. Disabling updates can be helpful in scenarios where automatic updates may interfere with specific workflows or require manual control. Follow these steps carefully.

Step 1: Open PowerShell

1. Press Win + S to open the search bar.

2. Type PowerShell.

3. Right-click on Windows PowerShell and select Run as Administrator.

Step 2: Disable the Windows Update Service

1. In the PowerShell window, run the following command to stop and disable the Windows Update service:

Set-Service -Name wuauserv -StartupType Disabled -Status Stopped

Set-Service -Name wuauserv -StartupType Disabled -Status Stopped

• Set-Service: Modifies the configuration of a service.

• -Name wuauserv: Specifies the Windows Update service.

• -StartupType Disabled: Sets the service to not start automatically.

• -Status Stopped: Immediately stops the service.

Step 3: Verify the Service Status

To confirm that the Windows Update service has been successfully disabled, use the following command:

Get-Service -Name wuauserv

The output should indicate:

• Status: Stopped

• StartupType: Disabled

Step 4: Optional - Re-enable Windows Update

If you ever need to re-enable Windows Update, you can do so by running the following command in PowerShell:

Set-Service -Name wuauserv -StartupType Manual -Status Running

Important Notes

1. Disabling Windows Update can leave your server vulnerable to security risks due to unpatched software. Use this option only when necessary and ensure updates are managed manually.

2. Make sure to document any changes to server configurations for future reference.

This completes the guide to disabling Windows Update on Windows Server 2022. For any questions or further assistance, contact your system administrator or IT support team.